Police investigate body found in west Phoenix
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Phoenix police are working to determine what led up to a man’s death after he was found on a major road early Wednesday morning. Officers were called to the area of 31st Avenue and Indian School Road around 2:30 a.m. after reports of a body in the road.
Victim families seek answers after man arrested for three shootings, two dead
The families of two men shot and killed in late November want answers after police arrested a man they believe was connected to both shootings and a third incident where bullets were shot into a home.
Glendale councilmember calls for transparency on $16,200 annual untracked stipend policy
GLENDALE, AZ — A Glendale City Council policy that provides elected officials with an extra $16,200 annually is facing new scrutiny from one councilmember who wants greater transparency and accountability. The 2022 administrative policy gives councilmembers $900 per month for incidental costs and $450 monthly for car...
Arizona archaeologist creates first 3D model of Easter Island’s iconic statues
PHOENIX — It’s more than 4,000 miles from Phoenix and considered to be one of the most mysterious places in the world. Now, anyone with an internet connection can explore Easter Island and its giant moai stone statues. Dr. Terry Hunt, a professor at the University of Arizona...
Tempe considers reducing speeds on several roads
TEMPE, AZ (AZFamily) — The City of Tempe is considering changing speed limits on several roads. City officials are set to meet on Tuesday night to speak about potentially lowering speed limits by 5 mph. The City identified seven roads for the proposed changes:. Broadway Road: Reduce the 45...
Missing comma in AZ law forces firefighter to battle for workers’ comp coverage
A missing comma in Arizona’s presumptive cancer law is forcing firefighters to battle for workers’ compensation, an ABC15 Investigation found.
Prayers Are Pouring In After ‘Horrific’ Deadly 7-Car Accident
Prayers are pouring in after multiple people were injured, and one killed, in a "horrific" 7-car U.S. highway pileup. A motorcyclist is dead and another woman is seriously injured, following the crash on a Phoenix freeway Tuesday morning. The man who died, riding his motorcycle, was identified as ...
Phoenix Zoo’s baby giraffe gets the zoomies and it’s adorable. Take a look
The Phoenix Zoo has a new addition: a bouncing baby giraffe who the public will be consulted to help name. The female Masai giraffe calf was born Nov. 16 at roughly 6 feet tall and approximately 150 pounds, though that's an estimate because she was difficult to weigh, senior Phoenix Zoo hoofstock keeper Amanda Jock...
Troopers arrest drunk driver with .333 BAC on Tempe freeway
Arizona state troopers said he crashed into a guardrail on the Loop 101. He was drunk at levels more than four times the legal limit.
Tempe bar under fire for underage busts responds to criticism on social media
Tempe Tavern made a post on Instagram addressing what they are calling misinformation and unfair treatment. A key issue for them: the prevalence of fake IDs in college towns.
